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FHA announces launch of new appraisal technology solution

Housing Wire

The Federal Housing Administration has announced an upcoming release of its FHA Catalyst: Electronic Appraisal Delivery module on the FHA Catalyst platform. This solution will allow lenders to electronically submit, track, and manage single-family property appraisals and will become available to FHA-approved lenders on Sept.

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The appraisal revolution: How Opteon is transforming the lending landscape

Housing Wire

The efficiency and reliability of property appraisals are the linchpin to the success of a steady flow of mortgage transactions. Opteon, a leader in the appraisal and property valuation industry, utilizes their tech-enabled service fulfillment to streamline and enhance the appraisal process.

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Velox Valuations Expands Nationwide: New Franchises Launch in Nashville and San Diego

Appraisal Buzz

Velox Valuations, a leading national real estate appraisal firm, has announced the launch of two new franchise territories, further expanding its innovative, technology-driven business model across the United States. This approach ensures precise, consistent, and accountable appraisals.

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FHA unveils Automated Underwriting System as part of modernization initiative

Housing Wire

The AUS is built upon FHA’s Catalyst technology platform – a modernization initiative the company says will build trust through “reliable and accurate data, facilitating modern systems for the FHA program participant community.”

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Xactus names chief operating officer

Housing Wire

Mortgage technology firm Xactus named Michael Crockett as its chief operating officer. Xactus provides solutions that include credit reporting, online verifications, fraud detection and property appraisal. Recently, Xactus’ valuation solution was approved to fulfill Fannie Mae’s property data collection orders.

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Implementation deadline for appraisal review policy pushed to Oct. 31

Housing Wire

“Major stakeholders provided compelling feedback that additional time is necessary to properly meet the new expectations of the [May] ML due to staffing considerations, third-party coordination, and technology constraints,” FHA said in an informational notice.

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Why mortgage lenders should be using a single platform

Housing Wire

The global pandemic hit our industry like a pair of defibrillator paddles, bringing mortgage industry CFOs to life and sending millions of dollars into new technology investment and implementation. Development of this technology was slow initially compared to other markets, but COVID has accelerated it into high gear. housing industry.

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